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Emily (Way) Best
74, Grand Prarie, Alberta
Emily Best, long-time resident of the Grande Prairie area, passed away peacefully at Mackenzie Place, Grande Prairie, Alta., on Monday, May 15, 2000, at the age of 74 years.
Emily was born in Sydney Mines, N.S., on Feb. 4, 1926, and came west in 1944 after marriage to Donald Best on his discharge from the Canadian Army following the Second World War. They settled in the Peoria/Wanham area, farming until 1956. They then moved to Grande Prairie for several years, raising six children. In 1975 they went back to farming, this time in the South Wapiti district. Emily and Don returned to the city of Grande Prairie in 1992 for their retirement.
Emily is survived by her husband, Donald; sons, Larry (Darlene) Best, Grande Prairie, Alta., Ken (Georgina) Best, Melville, Sask., twins, Todd (Yvonne) Best, Grande Prairie and Wade (Becky) Best, Melville, Sask.; daughters, Joan (Louis) Plamondon, Grande Prairie, Alta., Brenda (Ron) Chapman, Grande Prairie, Alta.; grandchildren, Shane (Melanie) Best, Brendon (Neana) Plamondon, Reanne (Brice) Coad, Bradlee, Lindsay, Tracy, Jolene, Suzanne, Tiffany, Kelsie, Clayton, Adrian, Matthew, Sarah, Mitchell, Karrie, Dwayne, Jo’Ella and numerous great-grandchildren. Also left to mourn are brother, Rev. Russell Way, Nashua, N.H. and sister, Ellen Layson, Essex, Ont.
Family visitation and viewing, Thursday, May 18, at 7:30 p.m. from. Oliver’s Grande Prairie Funeral Chapel (10005-107 Ave). Funeral service will be held from the Anglican Church (6610 Poplar Dr.), Grande Prairie, Friday, May 19, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Dale Huston officiating. Interment will follow at the Grande Prairie Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetic Association.
Arrangements by Oliver’s Grande Prairie Funeral Chapel & Crematorium.
Ina Lorna Frederickson (nee Grant)
Edmonton / Glace Bay, NS
On Wednesday, June 7, 2000, Mrs. Ina Lorna Frederickson (nee Grant) of Edmonton, formerly of Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, passed away peacefully after a brief illness, with her family at her side.
Ina will be sadly missed but forever remembered by her loving family, her husband of 48 years, Ernie; daughters, Mary (Nick) Yeager, Carol (Scott) Weir and Raun Coates; grandchildren, Michael Yeager, David, Adam, Aaron and Shauna Coates and Bretton Weir. Ina will also be fondly remembered by her brother, Blair (Gloria) Grant; sisters, Lynda (Bill) MacKenzie and Joyce (Jim) Mapes, as well by numerous nieces; nephews; extended family and friends.
Ina was predeceased by her grandson, Kyle Weir, in June, 1991, and her parents Harold and Mary Grant.
A Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated in loving memory of Ina on Friday, June 9 at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 13 Brower Dr., Sherwood Park, with Fr. Patrick Baska as celebrant. For those who wish to pay their respects, they may do so 15 minutes prior to the Mass.
Memorial donations in loving memory of Ina can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society (envelopes available at the service).
Sherwood Park Funeral Home and Crematorium - Connelly McKinley Ltd., 265 Fir St., Sherwood Park.
Brodie MacDonald
Alberta
Our Beloved Brodie was taken from us in a tragic accident on the Lost Coast Hike in Northern California. He and another boy were swept out to sea attempting a rescue.
Brodie was a most precious boy who was beloved by all for his kind and giving nature, his humour, his grace, and his style. He was a young man in the prime of his youth; he was a joy to all. We will never forget you Brodie. Our hearts have been torn by this tragedy.
Most of his family has spent four days grieving and healing on the bluffs above Black Sand Cove where he died. Brodie’s spirit came to all of us and he is at peace in a better place. He died in a most beautiful place doing what he loved.
Mourning his loss is his mother and stepfather, Hazel & Mike Koschel; his father, Tom MacDonald; his brother Nathan MacDonald; grandparents Joyce and Bud Byram; aunts, uncles and cousins, Ron, Lisa and Amy Byram; Ken, Ellen, Joe and Eric Byram; Darlene, Brad, Keyotn, Jared, Greg and Tessa Wilson. Nova Scotia relatives, Ron, Debbie, Rhonda and Jay Walker; Sandy, Scott and Kim Pruden; Joan, John, Kelly and J.T. MacLellan; Art, Catherine, Pamela, Arthur and Tracy MacDonald. In Calgary, Ann, John and Stewart Elton, and so many friends, relatives and teachers. Brodie touched many lives.
Brodie loved the outdoors, hiking, fly-fishing, golfing, snowboarding, biking, and socializing with his many friends. His dream was to be an Ecotourist outdoor leader. Most of all he loved to fly fish in the Bow River. He was so excited about the biology and ecology of the river.
Nathan writes this: “If there was one way he would want to die it would have been exactly this. He was a hero. In any dangerous situation he would be the one to solve it by risking his life. He loved the outdoors, every part of it, he treated it like it was his family. We will miss Brodie. He was the bravest kid out there. Bye Brodie.”
The families want to say a profound thanks to the community of Shelter Cove who have adopted us and taken care of us in such a loving way. Thank you also to all of the many, many people involved in the search and rescue. Your community has been unbelievable.
In lieu of flowers we will be accepting donations which will be given to a group involved in the ecology of the Bow River: Alberta River Conservation Foundation, PO Box 279, Carseland, AB, TOJ OM0, or a charity of your choice.
On Thursday, March 30, a memorial service for both boys who went to California was held for family members and the Shelter Cove community near the place where they died.
Brodie’s funeral service will be held at St. David’s United Church (3303 Capitol Hill Crescent N.W.), Tuesday, April 4, at 2 p.m. with Ralph Spencer and Katherine Pace officiating. All are welcome.
In living memory of Brodie, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McInnis and Holloway Funeral Homes, “Park Memorial Chapel”, 5008 Elbow Drive S.W.
Pauline Veronica MacMillan (MacKinnon)
Calgary, Alta.
Pauline Veronica McMillan (nee MacKinnon) of Calgary, Alta., passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, March 8, 2000, surrounded by her caring family, following a courageous battle with cancer.
She will be sadly missed by her four children, Tony (Leslie), Peterborough, Ont., Mic, Faith and D.J., all of Calgary and by her brothers and sisters, John, Florence, Neil, Joseph, Gloria, and by many relatives and friends.
Pauline is predeceased by her parents, Michael and Elizabeth (Moore) MacKinnon and three sisters, Mary, Christina and Maria.
Pauline was born, raised and educated in Nova Scotia. She served in the RCAF and moved to Ottawa to raise her family. She has been involved in many enriching organizations including the Corps of Commissionaires in Ottawa and Calgary. Also the Com-Care Health Services. Pauline has been a devoted Catholic, faithful to her prayers and living her faith by helping those in need. Pauline’s greatest qualities were that of a loving and devoted mother, not only to her children but to many children with whom she came in contact. She will forever live in the hearts of all who knew her.
Relatives and friends are invited to gather at Pierson’s Funeral Home, 4121-17 Avenue S.E., Calgary, today, March 14, from 2-5 p.m. Prayers will be held at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 15 Templebow Rd. N.E., Calgary at 8:30 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, Wednesday, March 15, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Greg McLellan officiating. Interment will follow at Rocky View Garden of Peace Cemetery.
If friends desire, memorial donations may be made to the Calgary Poppy Fund, No. 109, 315-10 Avenue S.E., Calgary, T2G 0W2 or the charity of your choice.
Arrangements are in care of Pierson’s Funeral Service, 4121-17 Avenue South East, Calgary, Alta. T2A 0T1.
Donald MacIntyre
Calgary, Alta.
On Monday, Jan. 10, 2000, Mr. Donald MacIntyre of Leitches Creek, C.B., passed away suddenly in Calgary, Alta., at the age of 59 years.
A memorial mass was held at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, Edmonton, Alta., with Fr. Martin Carroll, celebrant; Bob Holland, organist, church choir; and Sgt. Steve Pritchard (RCMP), bagpipes.
A funeral mass will be celebrated at his parish, St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Frenchvale, C.B., Friday, March 3, at 11 a.m., with Fr. P. Abbass and Fr. J. Webb officiating.
If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made directly to Talbot House, Frenchvale, C.B.
The family wishes to express our heartfelt thanks to the many people from the East Coast to the West Coast who were there for us, offered their prayers and gave us such wonderful support at the time of Donnie’s death.
In living memory of Donnie, a tree will be planted at Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine in Johnstown, overlooking the Bras d’Or Lakes by dear friends Camilla Currie and Carole Jackman. Once again, a very special thank you.
James Nagy
Edmonton, Alberta
On Jan. 1, 2000, Mr. James Nagy of Edmonton, Alta. formerly of Sydney, N.S., passed away peacefully and with great dignity after a courageous battle with cancer.
His memory will be lovingly held in the hearts of his devoted wife of 53 years, Anna; one daughter, Maggie and son-in-law, Ken Ryl and his beloved grandson, James; two sisters, Erzsebet and Ilona; two nephews, Sandor and Gyula; two nieces, Ilona and Erika, all of Hungary.
Prayer service Tuesday, Jan. 4 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Imre Roman Catholic Church, 12960-112 Street.
Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, Jan. 5 at 10 a.m. at St. Imre Roman Catholic Church. Rev. Lajos Tusa and Rev. Joseph Occhio officiating with Interment in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Park Memorial Ltd. Funeral Administrators and Directors (The Chapel on the Boulevard).
John A.W. (Skippy) Buffett
45, Edmonton, Alberta
In loving memory of our most beloved son and brother, John Archibald William (Skippy) Buffett, age 45, Edmonton, Alta. and formerly of North Sydney, N.S., who passed away Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2000, in Edmonton.
The cherished and only son of Archie and Mary Buffett.
The much beleaguered brother to his eight loving sisters and despite those odds, he held his own, right up to the end.
Never to be forgotten by sisters, Nan (Mrs. Michael Harrietha), Sydney Mines, N.S., Peggy Fournier, Baddeck, N.S., Sharon (Mrs. Richard Matthews), North Sydney, N.S., Glorene (Mrs. Robert McCran), Toronto, ON, Valbert (Mrs. Harold Brown), Sydney Mines, N.S., Bonny (Mrs. Leo Egan), Baddeck, N.S., Debby (Mrs. Rhyburn Shaw), Baddeck, N.S., and Kathy Buffett (Jim Wall), North Sydney, N.S.
Also his many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends from one end of the country to the other.
Skippy will live in our hearts until we meet again in heaven and once more he will hear those words that caused him such playful grief from the girls that “Skippy did it.”
A ministering angel shall our son and brother be. To know that you will be waiting for us with open arms will bring some joy to a most painful goodbye. For now you will be safe in God’s love until we meet again sweet son and brother. Smile upon us who are left in grief, for we will remember that smile and it will carry us on to a life of everlasting joy with our man of the family. Sleep well darling one for you are sheltered in the arms of Jesus held dear by the love of your family. Good night most precious son and brother.
Cremation has taken place in Edmonton. A memorial mass for Skippy will be held 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 17, 2000 at St. Joseph’s Church, North Sydney with Rev. Tom MacNeil officiating. Burial to take place at Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, North Sydney.
